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y r t e n i b a c by PATTI WILSON
Make the most of every space in your kitchen while retaining your personal style and meeting your needs
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s a designer, there are two renovation requests that I get time and time again. The first is betterfunctioning storage systems, and the second is custom elements. When you combine the two, the result is pure magic. While you might think that custom cabinets are not particularly exciting, don’t be fooled! The effects of a well-planned, efficient and clean kitchen will make your heart skip a beat. Although some types of custom cabinetry may seem like a big ask in small spaces, the request is quickly gaining traction in homes of every size. The trend is all about making the
most of every inch in your home – especially in the kitchen – and doing it in a way that speaks to your unique style sensibilities. But before making a big investment in custom cabinets, you need to determine how your space will be used. Some areas of the home are made expressly for storage. In the kitchen, stuff rules the realm and it’s okay to adopt a more utilitarian design. In these spaces, function almost always comes first, but that doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice design. Other rooms, such as the bathroom and laundry room, are primarily used as living/ working spaces with storage playing a
supporting role. This is where fashion needs to be given a little extra love. Custom cabinetry can help you make the most of your home. When planning your storage system, think fashion and function right off the bat. After all, that is one of the benefits of creating custom versus buying a ready-made product off the shelf. You get what you really want. Custom elements for the home will cost more, but when done properly, your custom cabinets will pay off tenfold. Here are some of my favourite trends in custom cabinetry that will take your storage system from “just practical” to “just... wow.”
Patti Wilson, principal of award-winning Patti Wilson Design, is known for creating stylish, thoughtfully curated, livable interiors. The firm provides residential design services for a discerning clientele focused on creating elevated interiors that are approachable and a reflection of the client’s unique story. pattiwilsondesign.com. @patti_wilson_design
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